10 predictions Bob Woolmer made for cricket in 21st century

#9 Checking for lbws

A shaded area is marked on either side of the stumps. When an lbw appeal is made, the computer will show whether the ball hit the batsman outside the stumps or not.

The pitch map is a part of the Decision Review System (DRS)

Verdict: Correct

It is fair to say that this time, the technology exceeded Woolmer's expectations. Snicko, Hotspot, Hawk-Eye, Super Slow Motion help make a very informed decision for lbws. The DRS system is an extremely welcome acculturation of technology, adapted from other sports like tennis; and though not fool-proof, is extremely efficient and a definite step in the right direction for the game.

#10 Warm-up Areas

In the pavilion itself, a net is provided for batsmen to warm up before going in.

Practice nets are usually made use of by batsmen batting 2-down and below

Verdict: Correct

The facility is not present in all stadiums but it is a trend that is increasingly being adopted in world-class grounds. T20 cricket has bowlers and batsmen warming up all the time as the speed at which the game is going is rapid. The trick is to have the warm-up zones close to the entrance of the ground, so that if and when a wicket falls, the batsman next in line can sprint in, at a moment's notice.